Copeland's 2421 South McArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-449-3761, Serving authentic New Orleans style cuisines such as crawfish fettuccine, le club croissant, chicken alfredeaux, blackened shrimp, and crab stuffed catfish bordelaise.

Bistro On The Bayou 1321 Chappie James Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301, At England Air Park, 318-445-7574, An excellent choice for fine dining in the Alexandria area, the Bistro offers an interesting selection of fresh Gulf seafood, prime steaks and pasta dishes, all prepared with that special Louisiana touch. Restaurant and travelwriters and critics rate the Bistro on the Bayou "As good as the best in New Orleans." Lunch is served from 11:00 - 1:30, Monday through Friday, and offers more casual fare. Serving dinner Monday through Saturday. Private dining and meeting facilities are also available for parties of two to four hundred. more... 

Chili's 2291 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, At the traffic circle, 318-442-3222, A popular restaurant chain with a full menu of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, burgers, pasta, steaks, ribs and more. The casual atmosphere is perfect for families.  

Cottage Restaurant 1465 Dorchester Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, Inside MacArthur Village, next to Tuesday Morning, 318-448-4220, A local favorite for lunch, this restaurant serves fine American cuisine and is known for their shrimp bisque. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch only; closed on Sunday. 

Counter Culture 4216 Michiels Drive, Suite A, Alexandria, LA, 318-473-1011, "Home of the Humphrey Yogurt," Counter Culture is "where good food is fun!" Its menu includes such selections as hot and cold sandwiches, soups, salads, shakes, and frozen yogurt.

Logan's Roadhouse 2820 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-443-3550, Eat your peanuts and throw the shells on the floor! This restaurant chain is perfect for families. The lively atmosphere and extensive menu will please young and old.  

Spirit's 1260-H Texas Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301, One block off Jackson Street, 318-445-4491, If you are in the mood for a fresh green salad, pasta with grilled chicken, shrimp and vegetables over angel hair pasta or muffeletta sandwich, Spirit's is the place for you. Open for lunch Monday thru Friday, 11:00 until 2:30 and for dinner Tuesday thru Friday, 5:00 - 10:00. 

Eddie's Bayou BBQ and Catering 1024 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-473-0306, Satisfy your craving for barbecue at this restaurant that specializes in delicious Cajun style barbecue complete with homemade side dishes. Complete catering services are available. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Outlaw's Barbecue 818 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-443-8723, This locally owned and operated restaurant serves great smoked beef, pork and chicken. Choose a platter with side orders or a sandwich with fries. Giant loaded baked potatoes are the best. A drive-thru makes to-go-orders very popular. Inside dining is casual and kid friendly. Open daily from 11:00 AM until 10:00 PM. 

Westside Bar-B-Que 5828 Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-443-9607, Established in 1956, this family restaurant is the second oldest restaurant in Alexandria and specializes in homemade smoked sausage, as well as barbecue ribs, chicken, sliced beef, and ham. They also serve homemade potato salad, cole slaw, baked beans, and dirty rice. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner and serve charbroiled Certified Angus Ribeye Steaks after 4 p.m. every day. Enjoy their complete catering menu. 

Oriental Wok 6 North Bolton Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-448-8247, Open for lunch and dinner seven days a week, this restaurant offers Cantonese, Mandarin, Szechuan, Hunan and Shanghai specialties as well as a great sushi bar.  

LeBon Cafe 918 Foisey Avenue, Alexandria, LA 71303, Downtown, 318-445-8200, This charming coffee house is located in downtown Alexandria in a renovated old home. Artwork on display is the work of local artists. Enjoy a hot cup of coffee with a muffin for breakfast or delicious shrimp panini with salad for lunch. Take a break from the office and stop by Monday thru Friday, 7:00 AM until 3:00 PM. 

PJ's Coffee & Tea Company 4501 Jackson Street, Suite F, Alexandria, LA 71301, Located in Mardi Gras Plaza, 318-449-3900, Sip on a great cup of gourmet coffee or tea while enjoying a freshly baked pastry, sandwich, fresh salad, or delicious soup while at this award-winning coffee shop that also offers DSL connections. They are open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner.  more... 

Critic's Choice 5208 Rue Verdun, Alexandria, LA 71303, Off Jackson Street Extension, 318-445-1680, One of two locations in Alexandria serving delicious Philadelphia steak sandwiches, hoagies and oven grinders. Their second location is downtown at 415 Murray Street. Both restaurants are open for lunch from 10:30 until 3:00. For dinner, the Rue Verdun restaurant is open until 8:00 PM.  

Bellino's Restaurant 4619 A Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-767-5980, Bellino's Restaurant offers homemade Italian cusine, thick steaks and fresh gulf seafood with a genuine New Orleans touch. Savor their overstuffed po-boys, seafood and great desserts. Also offers a top-of-the-line wine list.

Suburban Garden 3322 Jackson Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-442-6947, A local favorite serving traditional Italian dishes for 60 years. Delicious ravioli, lasagne, spaghetti and fresh baked bread served by candlelight. You'll feel as if you have stepped back in time. Full bar adjacent to the main dining room. Open Tuesday thru Saturday from 4:30 until 10:30 PM. 

El Chico 1730 Metro Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, Just off MacArthur Drive, near the traffic circle, 318-442-4950, Popular Mexican restaurant chain with a casual atmosphere. Great lunch menu and kid friendly atmosphere. 

El Reparo 550 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-487-0207, An extensive selection of Mexican dishes such as fajitas, chimichangas, chalupas, taquitos, and quesadillas are served at this restaurant that also offers children's plates, delicious margaritas, fine wines, and desserts. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. 

Robbie G's 5859 Jackson Street Extension, Alexandria, LA 71303, 318-443-8621, Delicious fried and grilled seafood, boiled crawfish and ice-cold beer. This small and informal restaurant has a laid back atmosphere and many repeat customers. Serving lunch Tuesday thru Friday and dinner Tuesday thru Saturday.

Tunk's Cypress Inn 9507 Highway 28 West, Alexandria, LA 71409, Eight Miles Past the Coliseum, 318-487-4014, Locals flock to this well known establishment for a great selection of seafood items including oysters, shrimp, alligator, crawfish and delicious steaks. Perched on the banks of beautiful Lake Kincaid, you can enjoy the oyster bar which features live music nightly or bring a crowd to one of the three banquet rooms. They are open Monday through Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sunday. 

Lee J's on the Levee 208 Main Street, Pineville, Alexandria, LA 71360, Near Downtown Alexandria, 318-487-4628, This daily lunch buffet very popular with downtown business men and women. Great southern cooking from 11:00 AM until 2:00 PM, Monday thru Friday. The dining room is also available for rehearsal dinners, school banquets and corporate meetings. 

Outback Steakhouse 3217 MacArthur Drive, Alexandria, LA 71301, 318-442-0303, No rules, just right. This popular franchise serves great steaks and has a lively bar. Plan ahead, it's usually crowded. 

Sammy's 3805 Halsey Street, Alexandria, LA 71301, Just off MacArthur Drive, 318-445-5125, This locally owned restaurant has been serving great steaks, baby-back ribs and fresh seafood for over 10 years. Open Monday thru Thursday evenings from 5:00 until 9:00 PM and Friday and Saturday evenings until 10:00. A lunch buffet is available Monday thru Friday from 11:00-2:00. A banquet room is available for meetings and receptions.